1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | LeSabre | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
