1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
