1986 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
