1964 Renault 8 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 167 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
