1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 491 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 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
