1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 24 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 280 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Equinox |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |