1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 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 92 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Tempo |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |