1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 310 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
