1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |