1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus 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 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |