2004 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 273 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |
