1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 26 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) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2473 mm |
