1990 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 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 3 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 603 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
