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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 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. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 651 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 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. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |