1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
