2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 662 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400. 2000 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1991 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1991 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
