1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 744 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |