1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |