1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 13 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 98 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 722 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | LeSabre | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
