1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 32 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) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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 (279 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |
