1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 56 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Concerto | Megane |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |