2001 Renault Megane vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 109 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
