1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
