1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Peugeot iOn 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 2012 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | LeSabre | iOn |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |