1978 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Megane |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |