1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina 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 82 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 474 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |