1980 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus, 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 Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Estate | Modus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
