1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Verada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
