1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 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 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | LeSabre | 9000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |