1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 13 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 106 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |