1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 481 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 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Taurus |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |