1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
