1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | CC |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |