1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 156 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 Monte Carlo, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
