1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Megane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
