2005 Renault Megane vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 524 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
