1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
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 Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. Both 1995 Buick LeSabre and 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
