1996 Renault Megane vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
