1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 759 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 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
