1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
