2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 698 kg more than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | LeSabre | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |