1970 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Fairlady | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
