2008 Acura TL vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
