1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 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 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick LeSabre | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | LeSabre | 3110 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |