1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Mark II |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |