1981 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 262 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna, 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Laguna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |