1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Sienna |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |