1972 Renault 5 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
