1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat

To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 484 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick LeSabre 2002 Honda Lagreat
Make Buick Honda
Model LeSabre Lagreat
Year Released 1990 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3469 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91 mm
Top Speed 195 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3010 mm


 

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