1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 900 kg more than 2010 Renault Megane. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Renault Megane | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | Megane |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |