2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 526 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
