1971 Renault 17 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 17 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
