1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Talbot Solara
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Solara would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Solara. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 392 kg more than 1986 Talbot Solara. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Solara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Talbot Solara | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | LeSabre | Solara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
