1971 Renault 15 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 36 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
