1972 Renault 15 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
