1971 Austin 3 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 196 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | 3 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |