1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder

To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 9 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.

Because 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick LeSabre 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
Make Buick Dodge
Model LeSabre Sidewinder
Year Released 1990 1999
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 7990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 165 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 720 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2850 mm


 

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