2002 Renault Megane vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Crown weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Crown 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 1985 Toyota Crown. 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, 1985 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
