1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |