1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | GTO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
