2003 Renault Megane vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
