1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |