1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 990 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
