1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra 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 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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 Seat Alhambra, 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LeSabre | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
