1998 Buick Signia vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Signia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
