1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 262 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Insight |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |