1999 Renault Megane vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
