1974 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 15 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
