1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 7 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |