2008 Renault Megane vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
