1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
