1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 25 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. 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, 2005 Renault Scenic, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic 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 | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1314 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
