1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
