1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 321 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Dart |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
