1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
