1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
