1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | i30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
