1980 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 12 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 32 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. 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, 1992 Renault 21, 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 (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 21 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 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 21 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
