1971 Renault 10 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 68 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 10 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
