1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1986 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
