1987 Buick Electra vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
Because 1981 Renault 5 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 1981 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1981 Renault 5 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |