1978 Buick Estate vs. 1983 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1983 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Estate | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
