2004 Renault Megane vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
