1979 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 29 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Grand 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |