1989 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 1989 Buick Estate 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 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Estate | Megane |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |