2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | LeSabre | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
