1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 Kia Carens, 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Carens |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |