1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 1985 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Honda CRX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CRX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |