1972 Renault 15 vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
