1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio, 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Corona | Clio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |