1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 12 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | YRV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
