1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada 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 76 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 141 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Granada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |