2007 Renault Megane vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 182 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
