1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1986 Buick Century is newer by 10 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
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, 1986 Buick Century, 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Century |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2664 mm |
