1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick LeSabre 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Buick SsangYong
Model LeSabre Chairman H
Year Released 1976 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2910 mm


 

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