1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 307 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
