1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
