1997 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
