1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 26 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 421 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
