1994 Nissan President vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
Because 1994 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane. 1994 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan President | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
