1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 111 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
