1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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 (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Granada |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |