1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 9 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 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1998 Mazda MPV 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 1998 Mazda MPV. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | MPV |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |