1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | Vehicross |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
