1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 32 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
