1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 321 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Reatta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
