1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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 LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
