1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 27 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |