1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 353 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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 Honda Insight, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Insight |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |