1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 10 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
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, 2002 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Vectra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 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 | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |