1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 11 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
