2006 Acura RSX vs. 1992 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1992 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
