1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
