1991 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
