1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 66 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |