1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 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 20 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
