1988 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |