1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
