1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre

To start off, both 1998 Abarth Stola and 1998 Buick LeSabre were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.

Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Abarth Stola 1998 Buick LeSabre
Make Abarth Buick
Model Stola LeSabre
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Size 1994 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1420 mm


 

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