1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
