1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
