1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort 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 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 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 795 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort 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 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Escort |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |