1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
