1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 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 129 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
