1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort 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 120 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 601 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |