2006 Renault Megane vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Renault 25.
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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
