1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 27 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
