1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett 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 101 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 706 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | LeSabre | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
