1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Leone |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |