1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
