1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 474 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Renault Megane (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
