1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
