1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1990 Buick LeSabre and 1990 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 589 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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 (271 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |