1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 930 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |