1974 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 290 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |