1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 451 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.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |