1979 Buick Century vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Century | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
