1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
