1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 23 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, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Forte |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |