1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 414 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 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
