2002 Renault Megane vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Megane (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
