1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 27 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 134 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
