1979 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace, 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Espace |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |