1996 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, both 1996 Renault Megane and 1996 Subaru Vivio were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 649 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Megane | Vivio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |