2002 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1998 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |