1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 21 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 31 kg more than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |