1980 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 4 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 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 69 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1984 Renault 11 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 11 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |