2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 707 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
