1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
