1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |