1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (328 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 148 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2935 mm |
