1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 632 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LeSabre | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |