1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 20 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
