1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
