2006 Renault Megane vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
