1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon 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 18 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | LeSabre | Neon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |