1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic 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 36 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Picnic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |