1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 631 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |