1982 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, both 1982 Buick Electra and 1982 Renault 11 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 860 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 11 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
