1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 334 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.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | LeSabre | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |