1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1992 Buick LeSabre and 1996 Ford Thunderbird are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1996 Ford Thunderbird 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 1996 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |