1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1986 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |
