1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. 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 LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | 15 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |