1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escort |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
