2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 398 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |