1982 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. 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, 2011 Renault Clio, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio 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 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
