2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 172 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
