1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 245 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.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
