1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Granada 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 1975 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
