1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 76 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |