1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 26 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
