1992 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400.
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 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
