1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
