1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Equator |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |