1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Buick | Sunbeam |
| Model | LeSabre | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2090 mm |
