1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
