1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 22 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
