1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
