1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 12 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
