1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 19 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. Both 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 2008 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 185 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
