1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Cayman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |