1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 35 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Equator |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |