2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 707 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2002 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Drover |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
