1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Super 5 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Super 5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
