1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 76 more horse power than 1987 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1980 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Renault 9 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | 9 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |