1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 284 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
