1964 Renault 8 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 477 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
