1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 25 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | LeSabre | Vue |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |