1990 Buick Electra vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 9 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |