1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 328 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 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | Charger |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |