2005 Renault Megane vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
