1971 Renault 17 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 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
