1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 99 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
