1981 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 30 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 477 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic.
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, 2011 Renault Scenic, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Scenic 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 | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
