1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 561 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 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Explorer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |