1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LeSabre | Electra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |