1979 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 28 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, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1979 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. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Clio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 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 |