1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 37 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 369 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 1976 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
