1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 515 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
