1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 33 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 213 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 1977 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Journey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2891 mm |
