1976 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 2008 Chrysler Sebring
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Estate Sebring
Year Released 1976 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2770 mm


 

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