1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 746 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Renault 5 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | 5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |