1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1987 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life 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 118 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Life |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |