1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
