1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 733 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3380 mm |