1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, both 1989 Buick LeSabre and 1989 TVR S2 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 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
Because 1989 TVR S2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 TVR S2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1989 TVR S2 | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | LeSabre | S2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |