1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 72 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Legend |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |