1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 177 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
