1989 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Buick Electra and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (106 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (159 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2067 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 159 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |