1998 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
