1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
