1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 804 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | E-250 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 388 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |