1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1999 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
