1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Forte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
