2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1986 Buick Estate 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 1986 Buick Estate. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
