1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Megane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 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 | 519 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
