1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 293 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.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | S60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |