1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LeSabre | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
