1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Saab 900
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 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 4 more horse power than 1989 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Saab 900. 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 Saab 900, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | LeSabre | 900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
