1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
