1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 2013 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
