1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 318 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.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
