1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 293 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
