1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 41 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, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic, 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | GS | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
