1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 42 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 364 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick LeSabre 1993 Toyota Carina
Make Buick Toyota
Model LeSabre Carina
Year Released 1990 1993
Body Type Coupe Sedan
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 108 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 146 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1499 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2590 mm


 

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