1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | 6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |