1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Safari | Megane |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |