1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |