1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Samurai |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |