1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 23 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Silverado |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |