1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
