1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |