1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 464 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 924 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
