1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 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 62 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 786 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |