1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 239 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 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
