1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |