1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 27 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 254 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 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Bravada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |