1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 26 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Magna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
