1984 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Century 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 1984 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1984 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Century | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Century | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
