1969 Buick GS vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 724 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | GS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
