1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
