1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort 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 157 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 615 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
