1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |