1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | SVX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
