1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Corvette |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |