1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 66 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Mustang | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
