2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
