1989 Buick Estate vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 920 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1974 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Estate | 15 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |