1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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 (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 611 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (271 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | LeSabre | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
