1968 Renault 8 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1968 Renault 8 and 1968 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 8 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault 8 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
