1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
