1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 191 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | Charger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |