1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 34 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda RX-7 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.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |