1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | LeSabre | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |