1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 LeSabre (274 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
