1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 642 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.
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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
