1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Renault Megane
To start off, 1997 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Megane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1997 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
