1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta

To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 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 25 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 369 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick LeSabre 1995 Chevrolet Beretta
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model LeSabre Beretta
Year Released 1990 1995
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1287 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L


 

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