1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 24 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 100 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Orlando |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |