2001 Renault Megane vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
