1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 15 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
