1981 Buick Estate vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 915 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 1973 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Estate | 15 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |