2002 Renault Megane vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
