1989 Acura Integra vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 1999 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1989 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Acura Integra | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4355 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1665 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
