1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 726 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | LeSabre | Duna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |