1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 316 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LeSabre | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
