1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 428 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3052 mm |