1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 12 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. Both 1990 Buick LeSabre and 2002 Holden UTE are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 1 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.
Because 2002 Holden UTE 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 2002 Holden UTE. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Holden UTE | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | UTE |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |