1973 Renault 5 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 5 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
