2009 Renault Megane vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
