1996 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Megane and 2012 Opel Vivaro are equipped with a 1,870 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 388 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.
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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Megane | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
