1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 569 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Samurai |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 103 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |