1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | 420 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
