1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Viper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
