1987 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
