1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 19 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 535 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 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LeSabre | Rodius |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |