2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
