1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 561 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Ford Escort, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |