1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 791 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.
Because 1976 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Megane |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |