1977 Toyota Crown vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1999 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Crown | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Crown | Megane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
