1978 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |