1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
