1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Tata E

To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 25 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, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 316 kg more than 2001 Tata E.

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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata E has manual transmission. 2001 Tata E 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 2001 Tata E
Make Buick Tata
Model LeSabre E
Year Released 1976 2001
Engine Size 4942 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2810 mm


 

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