1975 Renault 15 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Renault 15 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |