2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 537 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | LeSabre | Capri |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
