1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Tata E

To start off, 2005 Tata E 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Tata E. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata E has manual transmission. 2005 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick LeSabre 2005 Tata E
Make Buick Tata
Model LeSabre E
Year Released 1976 2005
Engine Size 5730 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2810 mm


 

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