1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 473 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Accent |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |