1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
