1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Silverado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |