1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
