1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Corvette |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |