2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 319 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Holden Commodore 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 1989 Holden Commodore. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
