1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 254 kg more than 1984 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
