1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | Calais |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
