1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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 (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
