1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 296 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
