1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 236 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.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
