1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 22 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 107 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Atos |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |