1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |