1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 56 L |
