1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Focus |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |