1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
