1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 35 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LeSabre | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |