1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
