1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
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, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
