1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | LeSabre | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |
