1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
