1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1985 Buick LeSabre 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
