1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | LeSabre | Roadster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |