1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 494 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |