1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
