1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
