1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Megane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
