1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
