1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 308 kg more than 1999 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 38 L |
