1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 351 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
