1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. Both 1989 Buick LeSabre and 1987 Ford Taurus are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
