1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |