1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 1993 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Lantra |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |