1999 Renault Megane vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Megane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
