1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 543 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.
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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LeSabre | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
