1999 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
