1988 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 104 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 9 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
