1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 61 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 564 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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 (271 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |