1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 706 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12, 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 LeSabre (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1971 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1971 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
