1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | LeSabre | 7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| 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 | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
