1983 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 28 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, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Renault Symbol, 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
