1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 25 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 545 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
