1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 153 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Cambridge | Megane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
