1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget 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 86 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 779 kg more than 1970 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 MG Midget 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 1970 MG Midget. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | LeSabre | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
