1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 726 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
