1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 21 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |