1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 744 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Floride |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |
