1999 Renault Megane vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
