1987 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
