1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
