1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 915 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |