1992 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
