1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
