1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
