1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 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), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 560 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 202 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |