1972 Renault 5 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
