2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 683 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
