1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
