1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 234 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.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
