1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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 Hyundai Tucson, 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Tucson |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |