1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 676 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada 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 | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | Strada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |