1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 846 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | LeSabre | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |