1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, both 1999 Buick LeSabre and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 15 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
