1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |