1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
