1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 78 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
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 | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |