1992 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal, 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
