1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 30 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 399 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 (271 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |