1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 780 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Express |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3440 mm |