1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |