1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1515 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Excursion |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 167 L |