1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Megane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
