1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1017 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.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |