1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 248 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |