1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Renault 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 935 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 4, 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
