1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 22 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Murano |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |