1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1976 Buick LeSabre and 1976 Peugeot 304 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 796 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 304, 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 304. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 304 has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot 304 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | LeSabre | 304 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 67.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |