1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony 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 119 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Pony 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Pony |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
