1989 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 980 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2590 mm |
