1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Chrysler Sedan | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LeSabre | Sedan |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |