1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 518 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
