1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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 Mazda 5, 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
