1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 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 37 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | LeSabre | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |