1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 169 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (271 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
