1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | LeSabre | 24 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |