1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 468 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |