1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 34 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, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1113 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Savana |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |