1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 21 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 1991 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 6 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 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
