1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
