1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
