1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1982 Buick LeSabre 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 1982 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | LeSabre | Voyager |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |