2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 86 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
