1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 12 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 110 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Renault 12. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
