1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 62 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Falcon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |