1987 Buick Estate vs. 1994 Renault Ludo

To start off, 1994 Renault Ludo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Renault Ludo. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Ludo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 870 kg more than 1994 Renault Ludo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Buick Estate 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 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Ludo, 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 Estate (435 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Ludo. (107 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Ludo.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Estate 1994 Renault Ludo
Make Buick Renault
Model Estate Ludo
Year Released 1987 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 107 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1015 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2750 mm


 

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