1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
