2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 257 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Celebrity |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
