2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 838 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 8 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 1968 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
