1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 24 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 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 | 50 L |
