1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1989 Buick LeSabre and 1989 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 26 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC.
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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | TC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
