1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | 968 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |