2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 619 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
