1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 426 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1973 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
