1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Renault 15
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 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 479 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
