2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rainier | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
