1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 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 68 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 9 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Prius |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |