1998 Buick Signia vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia 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) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. 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) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Signia | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
