1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
