1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | LeSabre | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |