1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 34 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 97 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | LeSabre | RDX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
