1984 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Renault 12
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Renault 12, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1970 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1970 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1970 Renault 12 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 12 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 56 L |