1985 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
To start off, 2002 Renault Ellypse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Ellypse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
