1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 671 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |