1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 19 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
