1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Starfire | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
