1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 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 41 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 261 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
