1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Typhoon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |