1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Viper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 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 |
