1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 408 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
