1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 GMC Savana
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1037 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2004 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Savana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
