1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
