1978 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 34 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) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol 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 | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
