1984 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1984 Buick Electra | 1987 Renault 9 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |