1981 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 25 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 126 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Espace. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Grand Espace 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 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
