1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 181 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
