1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |