2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 137 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 814 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
