1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 350 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |