1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 19 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | LeSabre | CT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
