1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
