1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Checker Town
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 34 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Checker Town | |
| Make | Buick | Checker |
| Model | LeSabre | Town |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3060 mm |
