1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Holden Vectra 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
