1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 23 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
