1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | LeSabre | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |