1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
