1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick LeSabre (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |