2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 90 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 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 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
