1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Exige 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 | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | LeSabre | Exige |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |