1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 32 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 319 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
