1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 25 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 254 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |