2003 Renault Megane vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. Both 2003 Renault Megane and 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Renault | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Megane | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
