1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 118 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
