1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
