1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 15 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 738 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 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LeSabre | GX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
