1999 Renault Megane vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 49 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Today |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
