1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 14 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 52 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 681 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Ford Laser, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Ford Laser | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Laser |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |