1983 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 25 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |