1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1989 Buick LeSabre and 1989 Holden Nova 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 Buick LeSabre (149 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Holden Nova. 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Nova |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |