1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 31 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |