1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 12 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
