1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | SX4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |