1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford S-Max 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford S-Max weights approximately 243 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2012 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | S-Max |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |