1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
