1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1037 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 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
