1987 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
