1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1998 Buick LeSabre and 1977 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LeSabre | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |