1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 284 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |