1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1986 Buick LeSabre and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Lancer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |