1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
