1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | MR2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |