1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 20 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 1154 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Buick | SSC |
| Model | LeSabre | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
