2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre

To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rendezvous 1985 Buick LeSabre
Make Buick Buick
Model Rendezvous LeSabre
Year Released 2003 1985
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 3798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm