1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Achieva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
