1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (96 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | 109 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
