1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Prius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
