1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 16 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 346 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 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 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 968 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
