1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 572 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (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 Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Quest |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |