1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche Pan Americana has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |
