1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1671 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
