1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 572 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Sierra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |