1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
