1972 Renault 5 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 410 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 5 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Carina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |