1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 745 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, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
