1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1493 cc |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |