1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick LeSabre 1994 Ford Fairlane
Make Buick Ford
Model LeSabre Fairlane
Year Released 1995 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2930 mm


 

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