1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. Both 1997 Buick LeSabre and 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |