1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Cortina 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 1978 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
