2005 Renault Megane vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
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, 1986 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
