1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 13 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (216 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40.
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, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
