1980 Buick Electra vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1977 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |