2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. Both 2000 Buick LeSabre and 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 192 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |