1986 Audi 200 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
