1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2040 mm |
