1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
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 Meteor, 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Meteor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |