1992 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
