1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2001 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Buick | Venturi |
| Model | LeSabre | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
