1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 28 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana, 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Liana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
