1980 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 14 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
