1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang 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 97 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
