1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2001 Renault Megane (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | 88 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
