1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Charger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
