1977 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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 Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | 19 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |