1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1984 Buick LeSabre and 1990 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
