1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | 17 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |