1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 19 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, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6.
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, 1996 Xedos 6, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | LeSabre | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
