1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Safari | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
