1987 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego.
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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
