1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 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 (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 407 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 (271 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | LeSabre | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |