2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
