1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 51 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiesta, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |