1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 16 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
