1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |