1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 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 | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
