1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Megane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
