1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 18 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 276 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.
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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LeSabre | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |