1974 Toyota Corona vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corona | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Corona | Safrane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |