1986 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
