1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Vitz |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |