1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 561 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Paseo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |