1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
