1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Opel Corsa. 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, 2010 Opel Corsa, 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LeSabre | Corsa |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |