1990 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 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 91 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 11 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 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 | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
