1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 346 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Graduate | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
