1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Because 1994 Toyota MR2 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 1994 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
