1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 2007 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
