1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
