1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.

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 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick LeSabre 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Buick Holden
Model LeSabre Caprice
Year Released 1976 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 446 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Top Speed 160 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors


 

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