1976 Plymouth Volare vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 408 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Plymouth Volare | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
