1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Zafira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |