1987 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
