1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit 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 122 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 458 kg more than 1988 Eagle Summit. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Buick | Eagle |
| Model | LeSabre | Summit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
