1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 128 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |