1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 205 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 2004 Cadillac Catera 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 2004 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick LeSabre 2004 Cadillac Catera
Make Buick Cadillac
Model LeSabre Catera
Year Released 1985 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3798 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 329 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 68 L


 

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