1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 723 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre 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 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | LeSabre | Horizon |
Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 517 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |