1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord 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 88 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |