1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
